Fresh Veggie Pita Pocket Recipes

FRESH VEGGIE POCKETS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sunflower kernels and seasoned salt; spread about 2 tablespoons on the inside of each pita half. Layer with the tomato, cucumber, mushrooms and avocado.

MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE PITAS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk the first six ingredients until blended; if desired, stir in cayenne. Add tomato, cucumber, onion and olives; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., To serve, add lettuce to vegetables; toss to combine. Spoon into pita halves; sprinkle with cheese.

FRESH VEGGIE PITA POCKET

Steps:

• 1. Toss together first 10 ingredients in a stainless steel bowl and season with salt and pepper, if desired. This will be divided into 6 parts to fill each pita ½.
• 2. Cut three pita pockets in half and open each half. To each pita ½ add in 1 oz of cheese and 2 slices tomatoes. Then fill with marinated mixed vegetables.
• 3. Serve with a fresh fruit salad.

VEGGIE PITA POCKETS

Steps:

• On a sturdy cutting board, cut the pita pieces in half. Slowly pull each side apart to create a little pocket.
• In each separate pocket, spread 1 tablespoon of hummus and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of feta cheese.
• Fill the rest of the pocket with equal amounts carrot, cucumber, radishes, and sprouts.
• Sprinkle sunflower seeds into the pocket.
• For the sauce, mix the greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper in a medium sized bowl.
• Serve the pitas with the greek yogurt sauce and fresh veggies on the side.

VEGGIE CHICKEN PITAS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute the onion, carrots, broccoli and peas in oil for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the chicken, red peppers, wine, oregano and cayenne; heat through. Spoon mixture into pita breads; sprinkle with cheeses.